https://nameberry.com/blog/category/unusual-names2 undefined Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:01:13 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en https://nameberry.com/blog/100-fantastic-underused-names https://nameberry.com/blog/100-fantastic-underused-names Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT These names are well-known and traditional, but surprisingly rare!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/12-literary-ladies-unique-names-from-abra-to-sapphira https://nameberry.com/blog/12-literary-ladies-unique-names-from-abra-to-sapphira Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT Literary name inspiration by way of some of the more uniquely named female characters in novels and plays–Amaryllis and Alabama, Rain and Blue .

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/girls-names-11-fresh-choices https://nameberry.com/blog/girls-names-11-fresh-choices Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT Baby girl names new to the Nameberry database that may appeal to parents in search of a unique choice.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-names-the-secret-middles-of-famous-names https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-names-the-secret-middles-of-famous-names Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT What are the most unique celebrity middle names? We'll introduce you to the A-list celebs who claim (or hide) Mungo, Delight, and Joan of Arc as their middles.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/unusual-vintage-names-for-girls https://nameberry.com/blog/unusual-vintage-names-for-girls Tue, 19 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT These vintage names for girls are both familiar and unusual.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/greek-girl-baby-names-20-unexplored-ancient-treasures https://nameberry.com/blog/greek-girl-baby-names-20-unexplored-ancient-treasures Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT Lovely ancient Greek girls names from Alala to Echo to Ianthe to Io.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/the-lost-boys-names-of-1880 https://nameberry.com/blog/the-lost-boys-names-of-1880 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT Lum, Lyman, Lawyer: Hundreds of boy names popular in 1880 have been forgotten, except by us.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/unisex-names-100-unexpected-middles https://nameberry.com/blog/unisex-names-100-unexpected-middles Sat, 12 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT Cool unisex middle names are a great way to liven up a conventional first name or make a traditionally gendered name feel more gender neutral.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/maori-names-take-the-stage https://nameberry.com/blog/maori-names-take-the-stage Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT Māori names range from cool international favorites like Ari and Maia to rare gems like Aroha and Matiu. Discover some of the best Māori baby names and their meanings.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/12-best-beachy-names-for-girls https://nameberry.com/blog/12-best-beachy-names-for-girls Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT Looking for a name for a summertime baby girl that goes beyond the obvious choices? Here are 12 examples you probably haven't thought of.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/the-coolest-unisex-nature-names https://nameberry.com/blog/the-coolest-unisex-nature-names Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT Cool unisex nature names — from the hottest choices right now, to some unique gender-neutral ideas to inspire you!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/mermaid-names-beyond-madison-and-ariel https://nameberry.com/blog/mermaid-names-beyond-madison-and-ariel Thu, 19 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT Searching through sources from ancient myth to modern movies, Abby Sandel uncovers a bevy of distinctive mermaid names, from Cleodora to Coralia, Oona to Ocarina.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/flower-names https://nameberry.com/blog/flower-names Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT Flower names for girls never go out of style! Here are our picks for the brightest and best floral names for girls right now.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/best-100-cool-unusual-boys-names https://nameberry.com/blog/best-100-cool-unusual-boys-names Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT Among the 100 best cool undiscovered boy names are several of our all-time favorites: Barnaby and Inigo, Fielder and Lorcan, Humphrey and Thackery. Get inspired here.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/june-baby-names-welcome-the-summer https://nameberry.com/blog/june-baby-names-welcome-the-summer Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT June baby names include sweet summery choices meaning sun and sea, as well as names that celebrate June's most famous figures, feasts, and festivals.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/lost-names-2024 https://nameberry.com/blog/lost-names-2024 Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT These names dropped off the US charts for years — sometimes decades — but returned in 2024. Which ones will be back for good?

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/enchanted-names-for-boys https://nameberry.com/blog/enchanted-names-for-boys Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT Extravagant boy names and where to find them! A treasure trove of stand-out choices for bold baby namers and those looking for a dramatic name for a character or pet.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/unique-nature-names-for-girls-2 https://nameberry.com/blog/unique-nature-names-for-girls-2 Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT Unusual nature names for girls reference the earth and the sky, the water and the seasons.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/unusual-names-for-boys-below-the-top-1000 https://nameberry.com/blog/unusual-names-for-boys-below-the-top-1000 Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT Unique boy names – from the uncommon to the truly unconventional – have boomed in recent years. We take a systematic look at a selection of the best boy names to suit all tastes, ranking below the Top 1000.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/50-amazing-names-below-the-top-1000 https://nameberry.com/blog/50-amazing-names-below-the-top-1000 Thu, 22 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT Unique girl names are more sought after than ever by new parents. We take a systematic look at 100+ of the very best options ranking comfortably below the Top 1000, to suit a range of styles and sensibilities.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/are-these-the-best-names-ever https://nameberry.com/blog/are-these-the-best-names-ever Wed, 21 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT The best names ever? We think so. These names are cool enough to be beloved by the Berries, but rare enough that they haven't been discovered by most of the United States.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/best-new-top-1000-names https://nameberry.com/blog/best-new-top-1000-names Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT We uncover the most promising new names in this year’s Top 1000, plus get the full list of new Top 1000 names to watch!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/where-to-find-a-cool-vintage-boy-name https://nameberry.com/blog/where-to-find-a-cool-vintage-boy-name Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT Cool vintage boy names and where to find them! Explore some of our top recommendations here, from edgy retro nicknames, to stylish surnames, to unique vintage boy names which are likely to stay rare.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/strong-boy-names https://nameberry.com/blog/strong-boy-names Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT Strong boy names are a powerful trend right now. We round up 100+ of the boldest and best strong names for boys..

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/nameberrys-totally-unique-names https://nameberry.com/blog/nameberrys-totally-unique-names Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT One-of-a-kind baby names are truly unique. We have 250+ names that nobody (really, nobody) is using, and could be right for your baby.

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